Finding the right startup mentor can 3× your chances of success and cut years off your journey. In this episode, Professor Gary Palin and Ryan Budden reveal the exact playbook top founders use to attract mentors who actually move the needle. You’ll discover: • The #1 question that instantly separates great mentors from time-wasters • 5 red flags that 90% of founders ignore (and regret) • How to cold-DM a mentor and get a “yes” 83% of the time • The mentor scorecard Professor Gary Palin uses on every angel deal • Why your Janus “Autonomy Drive” score predicts mentor fit If you’re tired of guessing and ready to accelerate startup growth with real guidance — this episode is your cheat sheet. CHAPTERS: • The mentor that saved Ryan’s $42M exit • 5× promotion & 3× survival stats • The #1 question to ask in the first 5 minutes • 5 red flags that scream “run” • Cold outreach script (83% reply rate) • Professor Gary Palin’s angel-deal mentor scorecard • How your Janus Score predicts mentor chemistry • Your 90-day mentor action plan ???? BONUS: Unlock your Janus Entrepreneurial Score and see your personal entrepreneurship tendencies scores by taking the Janus Entrepreneurial Assessment This entrepreneur podcast delivers startup advice, business growth strategies, and practical lessons for entrepreneurs ready to enhance their revenue model and scale a startup sustainably. New episodes drop every other Tuesday. Title: Finding the Right Startup Mentor to Accelerate Growth and Strengthen Your Entrepreneur Mindset Other episodes with startup growth and founder insights: What Startup Founders Should Know About Becoming an Effective CEO Is First Mover Advantage Really Worth It for Startup Founders? ? Entrepreneurship Tips for Startups and Existing Ventures to Avoid Common Financial Mistakes You can book a Virtual Coaching session to assist your entrepreneurial journey. Join our Let’s Get Entrepreneurial community and let’s embark on this adventure together!